Fyodor Dostoevsky
Russian novelist and philosopher, author of literary masterpieces such as 'Crime and Punishment' and 'The Brothers Karamazov'.
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November 11
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πBiography
Fyodor Dostoevsky was one of the greatest Russian writers of the 19th century, alongside Leo Tolstoy. His works deeply explore human nature, faith, free will, and moral dilemmas, profoundly influencing modern existentialist philosophy and literature. Despite enduring exile, poverty, and epilepsy, he created timeless masterpieces.
πMajor Works & Achievements
- β¦Author of 'Crime and Punishment' and 'The Brothers Karamazov'
- β¦Profound influence on existentialist thought
- β¦Pioneer of psychological realism in literature
π¬Famous Quotes
"I am afraid of only one thing: not being worthy of my sufferings.
"Beauty will save the world.
"Man is a mystery. It needs to be unraveled.
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